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Q&A‘Bigger benefits’: Schneider National, Cowan set sights on growth
In just over a year since the combination, both companies have seen how scale can open new business opportunities, according to executive Steve Wells.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 15, 2026 -
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Illinois-based carrier files for Ch. 11 bankruptcy
The business has over $6.7 million in liabilities and $2 million in assets, according to a court filing.
By David Taube • Jan. 15, 2026 -
Courtesy of Saia
Saia acquires 2 properties in North Carolina from XPO
The Johns Creek, Georgia-based carrier spent over $14 million to secure two properties.
By David Taube • Jan. 14, 2026 -
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Truckload Carriers Association plans to name new president soon
The organization expects to introduce the new leader at its annual meeting Feb. 28 to March 3, according to outgoing President Jim Ward.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 14, 2026 -
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Inflation holds steady, affirming Fed focus on weak job market
“Risks to employment have increased as the labor market cooled, while the upside risks to inflation have lessened somewhat,” Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said.
By Jim Tyson • Jan. 14, 2026 -
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Private investment firm acquires family-owned Dart businesses
The iconic brand will remain, with David Oren continuing as president and Tom Witt joining as CEO.
By David Taube • Jan. 13, 2026 -
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STG Logistics files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The company will use bankruptcy process — and $150 million in fresh capital — to restructure its debt and operations.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 13, 2026 -
Courtesy of USA Truck
USA Truck CEO, former execs privatize carrier
New owners have entered a deal to acquire the company from DSV.
By David Taube • Jan. 12, 2026 -
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Carrier attrition eases in 2025
English language proficiency enforcement appears to have had negligible impacts, analysts say.
By David Taube • Jan. 12, 2026 -
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Kodiak AI partners with Bosch to scale autonomous trucking hardware
The partnership is helping give customers options between production line capabilities or upfitting a fleet.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 9, 2026 -
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Top trucking trends to watch in 2026
“We’re not going to sit and wait for a market turn,” ArcBest CEO Seth Runser said.
By David Taube , Larry Avila • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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Kodiak AI boosts connectivity through Verizon partnership
The wireless carrier’s cellular and IoT capabilites are expected to improve communications in remote environments for the driverless technology company.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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2026 hiring outlook improves, but skills and AI are primary hurdles
Half of respondents to an Express Employment Professionals and Harris Poll survey said that applicants’ lack of relevant experience made hiring challenging.
By Ryan Golden • Jan. 8, 2026 -
Courtesy of ExxonMobil
US manufacturing activity drops to lowest point of 2025: PMI
Weak demand and tariff effects are weighing on companies as the U.S.’ recent military operation in Venezuela adds more uncertainty to the mix.
By Nathan Owens • Jan. 7, 2026 -
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DOT provides $118.8M in grants to bolster safety, training
Funding will also be available to military families seeking CDLs.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 7, 2026 -
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Standard Forwarding Freight suspends service, company says
The move took the Teamsters by surprise just days before the new year.
By David Taube • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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US Postal Service says it will phase out contractors’ non-domiciled drivers
A spokesperson declined to say how USPS will review the initiative.
By David Taube • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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Nearly half of US workers say they’ll need $1M or more to retire, spurring stress
Workers’ retirement hopes generally surpass their savings, which leads to growing anxiety about the future, a report finds.
By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 5, 2026 -
Courtesy of Trimac
Trimac begins Hyundai hydrogen truck pilot
The data collected will aid carriers in building knowledge of hydrogen systems.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 5, 2026 -
Courtesy of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Wisconsin DOT seeks input to address state’s truck parking needs
Responding to drivers’ safety concerns, the study’s goals include collecting a variety of frontline and trucking industry perspectives and analysis of amenity needs.
By Larry Avila • Dec. 23, 2025 -
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Murphy USA unveils new fuel cards
The retailer is targeting smaller and newer companies with a pair of fuel cards that are easier to qualify for than traditional ones.
By Jessica Loder • Dec. 23, 2025 -
Courtesy of company news release
Averitt names new VP of truckload sales
Jeff Edwards will be a key force in the company’s sales strategy and customer relationships.
By David Taube • Dec. 22, 2025 -
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Manufacturers plan price hikes over reshoring to combat tariff effects
Industry leaders are displaying “slight optimism” for next year, with increased projections for revenue and capital spending as trade uncertainty settles, according to ISM’s Supply Chain Planning Forecast.
By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 22, 2025 -
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Drug testing will continue for truck drivers despite marijuana downgrade
Safety-sensitive positions will remain barred from ingesting cannabis should it transition to a Schedule III substance, according to the DOT.
By Larry Avila • Dec. 19, 2025 -
FedEx Freight notches challenging quarter, progress toward spinoff
The company’s LTL spin-off remains on track for 2026, but sustained weak market conditions prompted revised business forecasting.
By David Taube • Dec. 19, 2025
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